Haworthcommunity · Aug 31, 2026

Haworth Fern review

A user shared their detailed experience comparing the Haworth Fern to other chairs. They found the Fern has a very firm seat cushion that feels about the same as the Embody in terms of firmness. The seat fabric on the Fern is super scratchy on their legs, and when they sit, the seat feels just okay but not great. The gap between the seat and backrest is phenomenal in terms of adjustability, but it also bothers them. The backrest could feel somewhat firm but they preferred their depth and lean back setup. They think the backrest on the Fern does bug them regarding support - it supports them more than the Embody but that doesn't mean the Embody's backrest is worse. Overall as a chair, the Embody wins out because of the superior seat design and overall comfort.

Pros

  • Phenomenal gap adjustability between seat and backrest
  • Strong backrest support
  • Good depth and lean back adjustment options

Cons

  • Seat fabric is super scratchy on legs
  • Seat feels just okay, not great
  • Gap between seat and backrest is bothersome despite adjustability
  • Backrest support can be buggy or excessive
Haworth Fern

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Haworth Fern

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